OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2020 for $265K

$403,674

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,715/mo

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1,498

sq ft

985 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 18011

About this home

Adorable and cozy 3BR Cape on very special 6+ Acre partially wooded lot with 3 car shop/garage. Living room with stone fireplace and open beam ceiling, plus some original wood doors reflect some quaint features from the 1920's original home. First floor MBR and full bath, plus large 27x15 family room with french doors to rear stone patio. Galley kitchen with new stainless steel refrigerator, plus first floor laundry and half bath. You will enjoy quiet evenings on the rear patio overlooking numerous fenced paddocks covering approximately 2 acres great for animal grazing on fresh pastures. Remaining approximately 4 acres for firewood, hunting or just enjoying nature. This quiet setting with city amenities and Bear Creek Mountain Resort only short distance away is truly a rare find in today's competitive market. Furthermore, there are established gardens which attract hummingbirds and songbirds, plus a patch of yummy thornless blackberries to add to your dessert menu.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

6.01 acresLot Size

$269Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Daniel Joseph • Joseph Real Estate/Daniel

Bought with Daniel Joseph • Joseph Real Estate/Daniel

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•Source:GLVRMLS #650955

Redfin Estimate

$403,674

$139K since sold in November 2020$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9% higher than the average sale price ($370K) of 6 comparable homes.

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F
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
8893 Longswamp Rd, Alburtis, PA 18011

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Market trends in 18011, PA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.8%

+1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$373K

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

$312,500
3 beds2 baths2,256 sq ft
348 Moty Dr, Alburtis, PA 18011
EARLY ACCESS
$335,000
3 beds3 baths2,175 sq ft
287 Ridgeview Dr, Alburtis, PA 18011
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Sale history for 985 Tower Rd

Date

Event

Price

GLVRMLS #650955

Nov 6, 2020

Sold

$265,000

$177/sq ft

Oct 11, 2020

Pending

—

Oct 8, 2020

Listed

$269,900

$180/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PABK340932

Jun 6, 2019

Sold

$240,000

$160/sq ft

May 20, 2019

Contingent

—

May 13, 2019

Listed

$250,000

$167/sq ft

+12

Welcome to 985 Tower Rd. ! Bring your horses or alpacas to this 6 acre property. The 3 bedroom home features a first floor master and main floor laundry. There's a wonderful farmhouse feel with open beams and wood fireplace. Hardwood floors here and in the kitchen. The kitchen is open to a dining room/ family room combo with a half bath on the side. Outside you have a pole building garage and fenced pastures for the animals. lots of woods for hunting as well. Take a closer look.

TREND #5957328

Jan 5, 2012

Sold

$210,000

$140/sq ft

Oct 7, 2011

Listed

$229,900

$153/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004538766

Jan 5, 2012

Sold

$210,000

$140/sq ft

Nov 19, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Oct 7, 2011

Listed

$229,900

$153/sq ft

GLVRMLS #418726

Oct 7, 2011

Listed

$153/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 8, 2004

Sold

$200,000

$134/sq ft

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,265

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2025

$5,265 (−0.7%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2024

$5,300 (+2.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2023

$5,192 (+2.3%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2022

$5,076 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2021

$5,038 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2020

$5,000 (+1.5%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2019

$4,927 (+1.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2018

$4,875 (+1.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2017

$4,789 (+0.6%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2015

$4,761

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2014

$4,761 (+2.5%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2013

$4,643 (+4.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2012

$4,461 (+1.4%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2011

$4,400 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2010

$4,367

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

Tax history for 985 Tower Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$5,265

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2025

$5,265 (−0.7%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2024

$5,300 (+2.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2023

$5,192 (+2.3%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2022

$5,076 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2021

$5,038 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2020

$5,000 (+1.5%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2019

$4,927 (+1.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2018

$4,875 (+1.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2017

$4,789 (+0.6%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2015

$4,761

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2014

$4,761 (+2.5%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2013

$4,643 (+4.1%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2012

$4,461 (+1.4%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2011

$4,400 (+0.8%)

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

2010

$4,367

$52,500 + $59,600

$112,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6.01 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,498

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Berks County

APN

59547204519606

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.

CONS

Conservation District

It is the purpose of this District implement the provisions of Section 604. 1 of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, which encourages the protection of the natural, scenic and historic values in the environment of the Township and the preservation the forests, wetlands, aquifers and floodplains from fragmentation or the encroachment of development, which would degrade the unique rural character, the quality of natural wildlife habitats, or the unique scenic beauty of Longswamp Township. Because of this, intensive residential development will not be permitted. Limited nonresidential uses, with their accessory uses, that are compatible with the physical characteristics of the land within the District will also be permitted. Development activities in this District will be encouraged to utilize the Conservation Subdivision Growing Greener design options to further implement the protection and preservation goals of the District.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Warehouse
Infrastructure
Public service
Fire house
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Off Street, On Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Has Basement
Basement Information: Exterior Entry, Full

Room 1 Information
Laundry
Level: First
Dimensions: 4.00 x 6.00
Length: 4.0
Width: 6.0

Room 2 Information
Half Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 4.00 x 6.00
Length: 4.0
Width: 6.0

Room 3 Information
Full Bath
Level: First
Dimensions: 7.00 x 11.00
Length: 7.0
Width: 11.0

Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11.00 x 7.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 7.0

Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0

Room 6 Information
Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Length: 15.0
Width: 13.0

Room 7 Information
Family Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 27.00 x 15.00
Length: 27.0
Width: 15.0

Room 8 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 15.00 x 13.00
Length: 15.0
Width: 13.0

Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Living Room

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Water Heater: Electric

Interior Features
Window Features: Thermal Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Other Features: Dining Area

Exterior

Building Information
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Unknown
Roof Details: Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Details: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fence, Porch, Patio
Other Structures: Workshop
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Yard Fenced

Land Information
Vegetation: Partially Wooded

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 261,796
Lot Size Acres: 6.01
Lot Size Dimensions: 261796
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Flat, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: cons

Property Information
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,498

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $112,100

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,038

Utilities

Utility Information
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Oil

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,498
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Berks County
APN: 59547204519606

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Brandywine Heights Elementary School

Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 2.4mi

5/10

Brandywine Heights High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 98° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Alburtis, PA • 18011

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$384,000 – $465,000

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Home values near 985 Tower Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1020 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$401,326
997 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3654 Sq. Ft.	$656,949

Address	Redfin Estimate
1040 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1360 Sq. Ft.	$324,799
988 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$426,532

Address	Redfin Estimate
1035 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2430 Sq. Ft.	$427,879
960 Tower Rd, Alburtis, PA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2652 Sq. Ft.	$453,440

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